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Niger Withdraws From Military Cooperation Pact With EU 4 Months After Coup
Move is announced on same day that high-level Russian delegation visits Niamey for talks with country’s new leadership.
Sanctions, Niger Army Clampdown Worsen Deprivations for Civilians
Three months after a military coup, rights groups have sounded alarm over abuses even as the West African nation grapples with international sanctions.
US Evacuates Embassy Staff in Niger Amid Military Coup
The United States is evacuating some staff and families from its embassy in Niger amid a military coup.
Explainer: The Muslim Cleric Accused of Engineering a Coup in Turkey
The 75-year old Turkish cleric Fethullah Gulen was not well known outside of Turkey. However, he is now under spotlight.
Thailand: A Divided Kingdom
Led by Thailand’s top general, Prayuth Chan-ocha, the army did its putsch following increased political tensions between rival groups after Thaksin’s younger sister Yingluck Shinawatra was ousted from her position
